And Yet They Judge

There are those who have fallen
in the eyes of this world,
one’s “sins” more damaging than the next.
“Skeletons from closets”
so ruthlessly hurled
and so many people are left vexed.

Now I do not condone
all that comes to light
whether by papers, radio or TV.
But what if it was YOU
whose “sins were in sight,
are there things you’d want others to see ?

The world does these things
and yet they judge,
from the arm of a pointed finger stare they.
But they conveniently hide
their “filthy sludge”,
and yet in His court they’ll have their day.


                   I wrote this in response to a prodding that wouldn’t leave me alone. 
Thinking on some people who walk in the limelight or of a high public profile, I started to be 
perplexed about our willingness to BROADCAST the latest Hollywood gossip or the latest
political “fall from grace”. I am in no way condoning unwarranted behaviors and these are 
times that call for the appropriate action to be taken no matter who the offenders are. I’m 
just saying shame on those who are so willing to point fingers and yet do or would do some of 
the very same things if they could.                  Lightwalker
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Agustin Avatar
February 6, 2026 at 2:22 AM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
Dietrich Avatar
September 25, 2021 at 3:52 PM
hey, just read your last post at Soup. No wonder I hardly remember you. you left the same year I started there!! you must be a very religious person. Seems like you write a lot of God poems?
A  Avatar
July 5, 2015 at 2:00 AM
Douglas:) Wonderful poem, I enjoyed dropping by. Love SKAT
Bono Avatar
May 2, 2013 at 10:58 AM
I like this write.unfortunately i know all to well how people can judge.
Bono Avatar
May 2, 2013 at 10:51 AM
I just saw your comment to PD.missed you alot.welcome back with a big hug.cant wait to here from you.
A   Avatar
April 26, 2013 at 9:23 AM
Good morning, I wonder if you ever visit the soup....xox~ Linda
A   Avatar
December 27, 2010 at 7:49 AM
a good write, I like the concept of this one, don't judge others, try on their shoes for size and see how it feels.. Douglas,, wow you have lots of poems on here... I will check out a few more.. your friend,..skat~~ aka p.d.
Ammutlinra Avatar
December 27, 2010 at 6:43 AM
Douglas, a tight write' (Lin~Ra)
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 25, 2010 at 6:11 PM
Douglas, I read your poem, I understand your meaning here, and I agree. I also kind of think we will be our own judges as we take our leave from this life and see the life we lead flash before us. Blessings, Connie
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September 29, 2010 at 11:04 AM
Lightwalker, we should all be careful to avoid the prodding and gossip. Let God be our only judge. Have missed you and am preparing to relocate -- at least temporarily -- to NJ as my sister and her husband are both ill. Much love to you always, dear friend. Love, carolyn
Sweetheart Avatar
August 11, 2010 at 1:07 PM
Am leaving for Italy on Friday morning from New York City.. will be away until after Labor Day however will be able to Soup also.. during this time... maybe we can talk before I leave luv..
Sweetheart Avatar
August 11, 2010 at 1:06 PM
So wonderful to see u here Douglas ... and finger pointing goes on everywhere it seems as people relish in someones disdain in the public eye when it should be a private matter only... but it happens in all walks of life and people are unkind.. judging is only left for God to do ..no man or woman... no one has the power or the right to bad mouth another or spread lies or untruths no fulling knowing anything personally from the person.. good advice in your lines my friend..with luv..
Brown Avatar
August 11, 2010 at 10:06 AM
What wonderful poetry I am reading today and so diverse. I have not read a bad poem yet today. I am enjoying reading each and everyone from old poets and new poets alike. Lots of amazing contest entries also. Thank you for sharing yours with us today Douglas. Love, Carol
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